Maine Rental Application

A Maine rental application is a form that helps a landlord better understand the next potential tenant of their rental property. The document containing the tenant’s personal information must be completed and signed. This allows the landlord to run a check on the individual to verify their income and employment status. Landlords will review the information and approve or deny the application within 48 hours.

Last updated June 1st, 2024

A Maine rental application is a form that helps a landlord better understand the next potential tenant of their rental property. The document containing the tenant’s personal information must be completed and signed. This allows the landlord to run a check on the individual to verify their income and employment status. Landlords will review the information and approve or deny the application within 48 hours.

Maximum Fees ($)

Application Fee—Landlords are mostly prohibited from charging an application fee. A landlord may only charge the actual cost of a background, credit, or other relevant screening process once in a 12-month time frame. A copy of the check must be provided to the potential tenant. (§ 6030-H)
Security Deposit – The maximum amount a landlord may charge in Maine is two month’s rent. (§ 6032)

Maine Rental Application (Preview)

Maine Rental Application